Legal Assistant Certificate

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2 Semester Program

Accredited

Instructor Assistance

Your Own Success Coach

Books Included in Tuition

Overview

Legal Assistant Certificate

This program will provide students with the legal knowledge and administrative skills to serve as paralegals, working closely with not only attorneys in law firms, but also corporations, real estate companies, government agencies and the banking industry.

This 24 credit-hour certificate program will focus on realistic projects, case studies, and practical application of classroom instruction. In both the classroom and through internships the students will develop professional networking relationships and have the opportunity to investigate various aspects of the paralegal/legal assistant profession. The program provides the educational background enabling the student to prepare for and take the NALA and NALS national certification exams.

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Describe how law firms are structures and paralegal’s role in the context

Analyze landlord and tenant law

Identify the source of criminal law

Describe the composition of a family law office

Identify the elements and defense to various intentional torts

Explain how contracts are formed

Conduct legal research and demonstrate the basics of legal correspondence

Examine the drafting of wills and trust

Program Outline

Legal Assistant Certificate Requirements

Please find the course requirements for this certificate program listed below:

Semster 1

English 101

Business Law

Introduction to Paralegal Studies

Criminal Law & Procedure

Semester 2

Legal Writing & Analysis

Contracts

Domestic Relations

Legal Research

Total Program Credit Hours 24 (Each Course Above 3 Credit Hours Each)

What You Receive

Textbooks and/or eBooks

A success coach to help you navigate your way to graduation

Academic support via text, email, web portal, or phone

Mobile app for taking your learning materials on-the-go

Student Portal for instant access to lessons and support

Learning Resource Center online libraries

ProQuest® digital access to thousands of sources for research

An active online community of fellow students, staff, and grads

Career services for life

Career Outlook

Employment of legal assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Formally trained paralegals with strong computer and database management skills should have the best job prospects.

Program Cost

Legal Assistant Certificate Program - (2 semesters)

Payment Plan

Payment Plan - 12 Credit Hours

Payment in Full: $5,052.00
(per semester)

Term Total Tuition

Tuition=: $5,052.00

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Lakewood College provides all textbooks, study guides, supplemental materials, achievement exams and instructional support at no cost to the student.

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Convenient Payment Methods

We make it easy for you by accepting VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover credit cards. We also accept debit cards, prepaid cards, checks and money orders. You can simply pay online, by phone or by mail.

Military Education Benefits

We actively support the education of active duty members, their spouses, and veterans of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Thanks to Lakewood’s low tuition, your military benefits will go a lot further. That means you can complete your education with little to no out-of-pocket costs.

Tuition Reimbursement

You may qualify for tuition reimbursement from your employer under the Employee Education Assistance Act, IRS Code, Section 127. Check with your human resources department or supervisor to see if you are eligible.

Qualifications

No one is turned down for the Monthly Payment Plans. However, Lakewood College does perform credit checks for all monthly payment applicants.